The One to Count On...

Visser Receives 15 Years in Prison for September Incidents

Stephen Michael Visser was sentenced to 15 years in prison this morning on burglary and assault charges. The 28-year-old Knoxville man broke into a Knoxville residence in September and threatened the occupants with a hammer. He also spit on officers as they arrested him. Marion County Attorney Ed Bull says that Visser has a lengthy criminal history. He’s hopeful Visser will make appropriate changes in his life to become a productive member of society over the next 15 years. Visser officially pled guilty to 2nd Degree Burglary and Assault on a Peace Officer. Bull adds that he hopes this sentence send the message to the community that crimes of violence will not be tolerated.